Located at 18 Wellesley Road in Arlington, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a solid layout and excellent opportunity for customization. The home features on-demand hot water, central air conditioning, an enclosed backyard, and a prime location just off Mystic Valley Parkway with easy access to Boston, public transportation, and Tufts University. The finished basement provides versatile living options and strong value-add potential, featuring a full bathroom with a soaker tub, a kitchen sink area, a separate finished room, and ample storage—ideal for extended living, work-from-home space, or future updates. An excellent opportunity for investors or buyers looking to update and add value in a highly desirable Arlington location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
6,299 sq ftLot Size
$473Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Raymond Boutin• RE/MAX Innovative Properties
Est. $2,994 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 18 Wellesley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73469309
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$880,000
$473/sq ft
Jan 27, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 22, 2026
Price Changed
$899,900
$484/sq ft
Jan 16, 2026
Listed
$974,900
$524/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,735 (+8.3%)
$487,200 + $231,000
$718,200
2024
$7,139 (+3.6%)
$462,800 + $211,300
$674,100
2023
$6,890 (+6.5%)
$414,100 + $200,500
$614,600
2022
$6,468 (+1.9%)
$389,800 + $176,600
$566,400
2021
$6,348 (+2.5%)
$389,800 + $170,000
$559,800
2020
$6,191 (+8.2%)
$389,800 + $170,000
$559,800
2019
$5,722 (−3.7%)
$353,200 + $155,000
$508,200
2018
$5,944 (+5.8%)
$335,000 + $155,000
$490,000
2017
$5,618 (+8.5%)
$292,300 + $155,000
$447,300
2016
$5,180 (−0.9%)
$249,700 + $155,000
$404,700
2015
$5,225 (+9.5%)
$231,400 + $154,200
$385,600
2014
$4,771 (+4.1%)
$191,800 + $154,200
$346,000
2013
$4,585 (+4.0%)
$182,700 + $154,200
$336,900
2012
$4,409 (+10.1%)
$182,700 + $140,100
$322,800
2011
$4,006 (+2.5%)
$182,700 + $140,100
$322,800
2010
$3,909 (+2.9%)
$182,700 + $140,100
$322,800
2009
$3,797
$185,100 + $133,400
$318,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
1,036
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
767270S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
R1
Single-Family District
The predominant uses in R1 are single-family dwellings and public land and buildings. The Town discourages intensive land uses, uses that would detract from the single-family residential character of these neighborhoods, and uses that would otherwise interfere with the intent of this Bylaw.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Aps
Middle Or Junior School: Aps
High School: Ahs
Location Information
Directions: Route 16 to Mystic Valley Parkway. Left on River Street. Left on Wellesley.
UnparsedAddress: 18 Wellesley Rd, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,036
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1972
County: Middlesex County
APN: 767270S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
73/100 Very Walkable49/100 Some transit97/100 Biker's paradise
Schools
Places
Transit
Thompson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Gibbs School
Public 6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
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